Denver, CO: Gene's Motel -- W. of 85 & 87 on Alameda at 2840 DenverThis vintage linen postcard of Denver, Colorado was printed by the Tichnor Brothers of Boston, circa 19301945. It pictures Gene's Motel, W. of 85 & 87 on Alameda at 2840 Denver, Colo.. It survives as a small, vivid window into Denver as travelers once saw it. It comes from the golden age of American "linen" postcards , named for the soft, textured rag paper that gave them their warmth and glow , and belongs to the celebrated Tichnor Brothers

Cards like this one come from the golden age of American "linen" postcards

serves as an important reference for architectural historians and enthusiasts alike

WIDTH: 24"

shipbuilding

the building features a double-decked porch

The photo is a valuable representation of early 20th-century American design and offers insight into the living spaces of that era

This image is a testament to the citys architectural beauty and its significance in American history

and a prominent porch

this photograph is preserved at the Library of Congress

Massachusetts from 1887: see the history behind this piece in the KNOWOL library

showcasing the craftsmanship and design typical of the period

The image showcases the churchs steeple and spires